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Two University of Kentucky equine students have received the initial internships at a Florida horse racing track provided through a collaboration between The Stronach Group horse racing company 1/ST and the Ed Brown Society. The society was created to promote and educate the public about valuable Black contributions to the industry. The society is named after Edward D. Brown, a Lexington-born slave who, once freed, became one of the most successful Black people in the sport. ....
African American Contributions To Horse Racing Recognized Ahead Of Kentucky Derby 147 Sponsored by: Ray Daniels, Gov. Andy Beshear, and Greg Harbut on Monday On Monday, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear signed a proclamation naming April 25 – May 1 Ed Brown Society Week in the commonwealth, recognizing African Americans contributions to horse racing ahead of the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby. “In the 1800s and early 1900s, the majority of jockeys were African Americans. But, despite their centuries of contributions, after World War I, African Americans were pushed out of the sport,” said Gov. Beshear. “I am proud to recognize the Ed Brown Society, an organization helping right this wrong by providing mentorship to the next generation of African American Kentuckians in the horseracing industry.” ....
GOVERNOR BESHEAR’S DAILY COVID-19 STATEMENT FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 26, 2021) – On Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced 1,726,346 Kentuckians have received at least their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. The Governor said beginning tomorrow, based on recent studies and Kentucky’s increasing number of vaccinations, the statewide mask mandate will no longer be in effect when Kentuckians are outside at events or venues with 1,000 people or fewer. “What this means is at events like the Kentucky Derby, you still have to wear a mask, but if you’re at a backyard barbeque, your community pool or an outdoor wedding, you’re not required to wear a mask,” said Gov. Beshear. “We hope this is a relief for people, and remember, the state will be able to lift even more restrictions once the 2.5 million vaccine ....
Gov. Beshear names April 25-May 1 Ed Brown Society Week in Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear signed a proclamation naming April 25 â May 1 Ed Brown Society Week in the commonwealth. By: Web Staff and last updated 2021-04-26 14:11:24-04 FRANKFORT, Ky. (LEX 18) â Gov. Andy Beshear signed a proclamation naming April 25 â May 1 Ed Brown Society Week in the commonwealth. The proclamation recognizes the contributions of African Americans to horse racing ahead of this weekend s 147 th running of the Kentucky Derby. In the 1800s and early 1900s, the majority of jockeys were African Americans. But, despite their centuries of contributions, after World War I, African Americans were pushed out of the sport, said Gov. Beshear. I am proud to recognize the Ed Brown Society, an organization helping right this wrong by providing mentorship to the next generation of African American Kentuckians in the horseracing industry. ....
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